Denmark Street – London’s Music Instrument Street

A Denmark Street is known as London’s music instrument street, located near Soho and Covent Garden.

The history of this London street with music and rock is deep and ancient. Major artists from the 1960s to the 1980s frequented the record labels, studios, cafes, and bars that once lined the street. Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Jeff Beck, and David Bowie were among the names who spent time there.

Today, much of the commerce along this small street consists of music instrument shops like Sixty Sixty Sounds and No. Tom Guitars.

Walking down Denmark Street is a worthwhile experience for rock and music enthusiasts.

London Rock Route

London, England, is one of the birthplaces of rock and has seen the rise of many bands that are part of music history, such as the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, The Clash, Pink Floyd, Queen, Iron Maiden, and The Police.

If you’re planning a trip to London, consider taking a rock-themed tour through the British capital.

The Royal Albert Hall and the Forum Kentish Town, for example, are some of the historic venues perfect for more intimate concerts. If you prefer a pub with live music, The Marquis is a great choice. You can also visit the very first Hard Rock Cafe, which opened in June 1971.

Many artists and bands have chosen London as the backdrop for album covers that have become rock history, like David Bowie’s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, The Beatles‘ Abbey Road, and Oasis‘ (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?.

For record and CD collectors, it’s worth adding a stop at Rough Trade and Reckless Records to your itinerary – two iconic stores in the city. There are also amazing shops for instruments and merchandise.

To plan your rock-inspired trip to London (or to other cities and countries around the world), check out all the guides we’ve already published here at TRAVEL 2 CONCERT!